Buddhistic Lions
Chinese mythological beast, in the form of a Buddhistic lion. Beautifully created
of gray pottery, each figure crouched in an aggressive pose, displaying a ferocious facial expression
with loose black eyes.
The glazed surface is a reddish wine color, almost an aubergine shade, with
brown spotting. The fangs and claws stand out in an ivory white. The sculptures are in excellent
condition, dating from the 7-8th century, Tang Dynasty.
Height 6.75 inches(17.15cm), Length 10.25 inches(26.04cm)
Item priced at: $1,200.00(USD).